Robert Galloy Obituary

I echo Jack's thoughts - you were such a good friend, Mick. Sure miss you. XO to you in Heaven. Jeanie W. (JeanA)

After all these years, still missing you...you were taken too soon.

Happy Father's Day today dad. I miss you and think about you every day. Today is joyful though as I continue to now experience fatherhood and understand the joys you had as a father. Wish you were here every day but know you are watching us all and smiling. Madelyn sees your picture every day and we tell her great things about you! Soon we will tell the same to little Emily. Miss you! Oh yeah, Andrean baseball won the state title this weekend! I know you are proud!

Missed going to this site yesterday. It would have been our 10th Anniversary. Still can't believe you are gone. Miss you everyday. Luv Ya
SW

Remembering the legendary Mickey Galloy, the most loyal Niner of them all.

Hey Mick. Happiest of days my brother! Bless you and your family Always. See ya when its time!

Happy Birthday Mick...think about you a lot...miss you.

Happy Birthday in Heaven, Mick! I've a nice photo I'll send around to Andrean friends today I don't think most have seen. At White Castle, of all places! Now you're in the biggest one of all... your family and friends will never forget you. Love, Jeanie

Good Morning Professor ! Happy 65th Birthday. Can't believe this is the 6th birthday without you. Still think about you everyday. Love you! SW

Happy Belated Anniversary. We would have been married for nine years. Still doesn't seem right that you are not here to celebrate the milestones in our lives. Love you
SW

Hello there Professor! Haven't visited you in quite some time. My life is going on just as when you were here (but without you of course) Crazy hectic. Sure miss having you around. Yesterday in honor of your birthday, we put two ballons on your grave. Little Danny is the curious one now and said that we should let the balloons go so they could float up to heaven for you. Not a bad idea. :-)
But, we left them there so others could celebrate with you. We all still feel your guidance from above and love you and miss you so much. Val, Jeramy, Kailey and Danny all say HI.
SW

I still think of you often, Mick, as alive in my heart as ever. People who weren't alreadyreconnecting with h.s. friends have you to thank. On one of my rare trips to The Region, Barb & I are going to meet, as we have in cyberspace. God bless us all. Jeanie

HAPPY FATHERS DAY FROM YOUR MCHENRY FAMILY. LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU BUNCHES.

Yup - it happened! The Packers won the Super Bowl! Next year the Bears?

Hi Mick,
Just wanted to say hi. I miss you very much. I try to keep your advice fresh on my mind,and i appreciate you always being there for me when i needed you. I miss our dinners, and our sunday talks.I know that i havent written on here but you know that doesnt mean we havent talked.You are like a father to me and i miss you like one. n.k.jr.

Hey mick ,
I just wanted to say hi and to tell you that i really miss talking to you. I try to keep all the advice that you gave me fresh on my mind. Thanks for always being there for me when i needed you. U were always like a father to me. Miss our dinners and our sundays. I am always thinking of you.love you.

Well - you would have been yelling, screaming and jumping out of your seat yesterday. The Packer/Bears for NFC Championship - first time since 1941. And yes - the Packers won. I am sure you know this by now.Wish you could have been here to see the game. Wish you were still here. Wish I could stop missing you but that will never happen. Love you lots - SW

Three - that is how many Thanksgivings we have had without you. We all miss you so much. Love you.
Your McHenry Family

Good Morning Professor: Today is your birthday. This is the beginning of what is a tough week for me. I just want to wish you a happy birthday and let you know that I miss you. I still look at pictures of you and think you are going to come thru the door at anytime. Will that feeling ever go away? Please remember- I Love You! Bye for now.

Just a note to Mick's family. A note arrived in my email to visit the site, so perhaps you got one, too...of course it happened on a day I was thinking about him, so that's a reassuring sign. Greetings and continuing loving thoughts your way.

Dear Mick, you probably know by now who made it to the reunion; sorry I couldn't be except in spirit. I kept telling myself if you were still embodied I'd have found a way. Heard the tribute Mass was very special--that Teddy read of your name along with our other classmates, and not a dry eye in the place. Now one of those bricks you were telling me about is dedicated to you in Andrean's chapel! I bet you were there; everyone said they felt so. You'd have loved my Halloween party last night--thought of you the night before. I'll ever appreciate that I was one of the last people you called. Someday Barb and I will get together in person. When next I'm in The Region, I'll also connect with Ryan and Dana. You sure knew how to be a good parent, a real father, husband--and friend. Thank you. And blessings to your family. You've helped us all be better people. With love and gratitude, Jean-A

Dear Dad,
I miss you every day.
I miss your laugh.
I miss your smile.
I miss your love.
I miss our dinners.
I miss our talks.
I miss our jokes.
I miss you.
All my love,
Dana

Dear Dad,

This day will be forever engrained in my mind. But I know it is a day that was the beginning of the rest of your eternal life and the rest of my adult life here on earth. I think about you often and it seems like just yesterday we were able to chat about football and the upcoming Butler basketball season. It is an exciting time here as always, but still will never be the same. Dana and I talk a lot about how it's supposed to feel but only time will continue to heal the hurt of the loss. But we both know you are resting, and free from strain and that comforts us, as does your smile in our minds and the love we still feel from your spirit. You still motivate me on a daily basis to be the best I can at everything I undertake. When times are tough in any way, whether at work, or emotionally, I just feel you holding me up and motivating me as always to keep working hard and staying strong. You will always have that effect on me until the day I join you. Casey and I are doing well and she helps me when times are tough missing you but in the end two things will always continue to make me smile...your love in the past and her love now and into the future. I love you Dad and not a day goes by that you aren't on my mind and many other people's minds that you have touched so deeply. I will continue to write you in my own way. I know we will often chat and you know it too. You are my rock, my inspiration, and the backbone of who I am today and I thank you and pray that I can only continue to use your example to me as I move on in my life. I will always love you, thanks for being my best friend.

Love,

Ryan

Good Morning Professor:

How has your first year in heaven been? I can just imagine all the fun you and Frank are having!

I can't believe it has been a year. I miss you so much and not a day goes by that we don't talk about you. Val and Kailey bought a pumpkin for you and I will be bringing it to you tomorrow. They all miss you as well.

Things are going well and everyone is healthy and employed. That is all that matters. It would be better if you were here to enjoy all we have. But, I know you are watching over all of us and still guiding us in our decisions and actions. We all thank you for that and appreciate everything you did and continue to do for us.

This will probably be my last entry here as the guest book goes off line soon. Even though I can not write it -please remember that I love you and always will. You took a piece of my heart the day you left and I gladly gave it to you. Please never forget me as I will never forget you. I did create a website for you - so if anyone wants to, they can visit the website.
Please remember -I will always love you
Love
SW

Professor:
This past week has been extremely hard for me. First your birthday and now today our anniversary. It seems like only yesterday we were married and joined our families together. We were so happy then. Now after many unforeseen situations - things are no longer the same. I miss you so much - I don't think you ever knew how much I loved you. I hope you do now.

Tonight for dinner we went to Crandalls. We introduced Daniel and Granny to the infamous chicken. I can still see Ryan, Dana and Cindy sitting in that little bathroom with a tray of chicken, a bottle of wine and a cigar! What a wonderful night that was. Was it really 5 years ago?

I miss you - we all miss you and Just remember I will always love you.

SW

MICK-
For some reason today is a really hard day. I remember you standing at the end of my yard with tears in your eyes as you watched my mom walk down the stairs to meet you. The way you looked at each other and said your "I DO's" I will always remember. The smiles, the tears, the laughter the sneers. You were always there for me when I needed you the most. Mickey, I miss you more than words can say. Jeramy and I talk about you often and I know that you hold a very special place in his heart. When LSU played last weekend there was hesitation as I knew that he was looking and waiting for you to walk thru the front door. I miss you, I miss our Wednesday dinners and all of our heart to heart talks. I think about you all the time. PS Guess what? We went to the cemetary last week for your birthday and Daniel stood up all by himself for the first time right on your belly!
Love You Mick!
Valerie

Good Morning Professor!
When I woke up yesterday morning I remembered how you would yell when the Bears and the Packers played! Well - as you know - game one for the year was a win for the Pack (Yeah team). I don't know how the second will go in December - but I will be thinking of you as always - remembering you sitting on the couch with your big brown bowl or popcorn and Arizona Ice Tea.
Take care you and remember how much your McHenry family loves and misses you. Will see you again on Friday - our Fifth Anniversary.
Love
SW

Dad,
Did you like the Bears balloon i gave you Friday, I figured since the Bears were playing the Packers on Sunday I had to make sure everyone knew you were a Bears fan (Don't worry, I only told a few people how when Nick and I pulled up at your house awhile back you had a Packers shirt on). I miss your wit.. I miss our laughter. I saw Mike Roth up there Friday, he was such a great friend to you..I could tell he was missing you a lot. In a way the memorials on Sept. 11th helped me realize that some kids never even knew their fathers, that they lost that day, they were just babies that terrible day in 2001. But I had 28 years with you....I miss you...I hope you were celebrated in heaven on your birthday the way you deserved. Happy Birthday
Love,
Dana

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PROFESSOR!
What a wonderful party you must be having today on your 60th Birthday! We are going to visit you today, having a Tommy's Hot Dog for dinner in your honor. My gift to you today is my everlasting love. This was our on going gift to each other and I will continue giving it to you for all my years to come.

Have a Wonderful Happy Day!
Love you
SW

Mickey,
Happy Birthday. I keep coming to this page every once in a while. I always feel I should write something but I never know exactly what. I didn't know you for very long, but the time that I did I saw someone who loved and was loved. Everytime I see Trivial Pursit I will remember playing with you and Dana in her kitchen. I will remember how shocked you were that I beat the pants off of you! Brutal!
Ryan speaks of you often and the loss is still immeasurable to he and Dana. I will take care of them the best that I can. You are missed but not forgotten.
Your Daughter-in-law,
Casey

Professor:
It has been over 9 months since I said my final good bye to you and not a day goes by that I don't miss and think of you. I still think you will walk thru the door laughing that infectious laugh of yours. I can hope can't I?

Things are different without you here. I don't talk to anyone for fear that they will bring up your name. The hurt is still there and probably will be for some time.

Val, Jeramy, Kailey, Daniel, Granny, Chuck and Joan are my mainstays. They keep me going and let me know daily how much they care about me.

You already know that my health is holding it's own - have my bad days and my good days. But - I must keep on going.

Got to run - almost time to go home. Sure miss seeing you walking the pups when I pull in the driveway. By the way - they still miss you too!

Love
SW

Dear Dad,
I miss you. I am going through some things at work and I could really use your guidance. I always looked to you to tell me what the right thing to do is when it comes to my work. I am just doing what you've always told me, staying honest and not letting people take advanatge of me...I really need you right now....I am grateful for all the times you helped me and I miss you.......
Love you,
Dana

Hey Dad,

I just wanted to say that I love you and I miss you everyday! I feel you looking down on me as I deal with life's everyday ups and downs, and I feel your love and guidance as I move forward with my life. Just thought I would drop you a line. Love you always!

I apologize for this late entry, as I just learned of Mick's passing. I considered him a very good friend, and I really wish I had kept in touch with him more. We worked together for awhile, and as a friend, he was always there for me, especially in the bad times. I wish I could have been there for him more. He was one of a few people who could turn tears into laughter, then back to tears because you were laughing so hard. That is the way I will remember Mickey. His famous quote "you gotta love it". He was always more concerned with the people around him, rather than himself. Always ready to lend an ear and a hand. I was very fortunate to have known him. And, the proof is on these pages that Mickey was a great husband and father, as well as a friend. I will miss you very much, my friend.

Dear Dad,

It has been over 4 months since we lost you, since I lost my best friend, and the man I looked up to more than anyone. It seems like yesterday I was talking to you. It seems like yesterday I got that phone call that I dreaded someday would come. The hurt then was immeasurable as you left us unexpectedly. Emotions have been up and down since then of course, but the love I have felt from family and friends has also been immeasurable and I know that gives you comfort up there. Know that Dana and I are loved so much by so many people and we often look to your love to still guide us through life. I have waited awhile to write here as I first just enjoyed reading the positive things so many people had to say about you and the positive effect you had on so many lives. But also, I didn't know when I would be ready; I didn't know what to say as this is kind of like the direct way to write to you, at least in my mind. I will certainly use it in that fashion.

Things are still so surreal when I think of you. Some days I can't comprehend that you are gone. I do know that things have got to be great up in heaven, no more BS like you had to deal with down here. I feel for Dana because she was always able to see you so often living by you and now she can't. The last several years, since Nicky was born, I know have been great for the both of you, spending so much time together and being a grandpa was something that made both of you endlessly happy. She will be ok though, she is still the great mother and wife that you knew her to be, and as always a great sister to me. Nick and the boys will take good care of her as will I from afar. You should see little Dominic, he is so cute and so big now, still a spittin' image of you. Uncle Ronnie is doing well, taking care of his pups and selling a lot of them already! I am very happy he is back in our lives, it was obviously God's Will that he resurfaced and contacted you. Now we still have a link to your family and that is truly great for Dana and I and my future family.

Casey is amazing! As you knew that has been how I have felt about her since the moment last year when I knew I was going to marry her. We do have a great life together already, and I know it will only get better. I certainly just wish you were here to experience all of it. I know you are always watching and guiding me as I begin this next chapter of my life. I just hope when we finally start a family that I will be able to be strong for them like you and Mom were for us. I know so many things that I dreamed we would do together once I have kids will no longer happen and that is probably the toughest thing to think about right now. The wedding will be extremely tough without you there as I know you were very happy I have finally found someone that makes me truly happy in every way. However, the rest of the way is what I really think about. I always dreamed of the look on your face once I finally have children, I know how big of a smile you would have had. I often think of what it would have been like, taking a son of mine to a White Sox game with you, or going to see a daughter of mine in the school play like you did for us, or whatever. Those moments will never happen with you and that is what saddens me. I know my children will look up to you as Superman because they will here all of the great stories and they will learn from all of the great things you taught me. They will learn perseverance, and mental toughness, most of all, devotion to family. Dana and I will raise two great families along with Nick and Casey because of the love you showed us, because of the guiding light you will continue to be. I just wish we had a little more time together so we could experience these things together....but that was out of my hands and in God's. I do understand that, and know that God will be a part of our family.

Well, so many other things make me think of you too. It gets hard at times at work, because everything at Butler makes me think of you. Coach Voris brought by a Chicago Sun-Times news clipping you sent him ten days before you passed, it had a note with it that just read "re: recruiting". He thought I would want it and said "he was a great friend to the program" and I just said "yes, he was". Butler football will never be the same with out you, that will be sad next year when I cant talk to you about the upcoming season, about 2 a days and how we would always talk about the team when I was playing. I want to reach for the phone so many times and call you when exciting things are going on here at Butler, but I can’t and it feels so empty inside. But things are exciting and I pray for you and your guidance before every basketball game when the team prays. I think sometimes you have helped us overcome adversity and win some games. For awhile, I kept a picture of you and me from my graduation in my shirt pocket during games. It was good to know you were there with me. We are likely heading back to the NCAA tourney again as we are league champs for the 3rd year in a row! But I'm sure you already knew that, because I envision you watching us on the biggest TV in heaven and sitting in the biggest, most comfortable recliner! I know you are watching and caring about our success. And believe me; I still am truly blessed with a job that I love like you would always tell me! Spring training has started too and one of the things that always will make me think of you is our love of baseball, especially the White Sox! It will be tough to not ever talk baseball with you again, as that was THE large bond that we shared. I wish we could play catch one last time, I will always cherish those memories, I don’t think I ever said now when you asked me to play catch all the time as a kid and I know you always said yes when I asked you. I only hope my son and I can share a bond like that.

Well, I guess I have wrote enough...there is so much to say. I will always remember you, and always think of you, not a day has gone by that I haven’t since you passed. Know that I will stay strong like you always told me, and I will do what’s right in your honor. We will visit you as much as we can and you will always be a part of my life and my future family. I love you and miss you deeply Dad. Keep watching over us and guiding us, we still can always use your help. Thank you for raising me to be the best man I could be.

Love always, your grateful son,

Ryan

Found this space online after my two emails to Ron Galloy kicked back. Plus his lgsg website I helped him with is apparently up for sale.

Wanted to let him know I remember my visit to his fundraiser at St. Barnabas coupled with a visit to his Bishop Lynch home. Ron got the only Bishop Lynch award but this August at Oh Saratoga! we hope to present the second one to Rabbi Levin.

The great proLife rabbi would remember Bishop Lynch from Rescue Days. He would also remember me from our THE SINAI SCENE TV program in Monsey/Spring Valley.

Ryan,

My prayers are with you and your family. Your Father...what a Great Man with a Big Heart and Full of Life. I enjoyed and will always cherish my conversations with your father about you, football, me and life. He was ever the optimist always lending an encouraging word or two..or three. He was so proud of you and Butler Football. He set the groundwork for you and helped you to become a success in your career. I know he will continue to motivate you and guide your life in a positive way. We all lost a great friend in Bob!

Go Dog's

Ken LaRose

As I realize now more than ever what its like to have lost but I realize more than ever what its like to have won. As a little girl I remember a man with laughter that would wake a giant and a smile that would give me security. As a young girl I was filled with doubt as most teenage girls are for their father. As I thought I knew better I slowly realized I knew nothing as I gave birth to my first son. As a young woman and mother I began a bond with my father that has made me the person I am today.I truly owe him more than he ever knew. My father is the reason I think the way I do. He is the rock that I've always had and as the pain remains unbearable at times I have been so blessed to be loved by him in a way most children only wish for so I have lost but I have won. My father taught me many things but some stand out more than others. "Always tell the truth" he would say, "Be the better person" "Don't ever give up" "Love your family, their all you've got" My father got up everyday regardless and gave 100% to his family, friends, spouse. I have learned through this pain that life is short. You see my dad has been saying that ever since I can remeber and he was right. So he has taught me through his life but also through his death. I hug my children a little tighter, I appreciate my friends even more. I pick up the phone more often to let those I love know it. I cherish each smile my baby gives and every book my 5 year old learns to read. I thank God everyday for my blessings.That is what my fathers life and death have taught me so I have won. He taught my brother life lessons that most men never get to learn. My father's biggest triumph in life was watching my brother,my dad's best friend, live out his dream and be the man my father was always proud of. More than anyone my brother has lost his best friend, his teacher, his friend and his idol. I to have lost these things but I have my brother to remind me of my father so i have won.As the Holidays approach I am saddened by the emptiness I feel but my father loved me more in 59 years than most love in a hundred so even though I have lost I have won.
I love you Dad, Thank you,
Love always, your daughter
Dana

Mick,

You were good at football and great at baseball but your outgoing spirit was the best of all. You always saw the qood qualities in others and talked about them. You had a heart for those in difficulty and would encourage them and to those around you, you brought joy.

God's hand was in my last visit with you, Mick. He wanted us to see each other then. It was a very good visit for you and for me. I was able to thank you for the most important thing of all. Something I never thanked
you for before. My very existence. First, when mom couldn't conceive, you
were adopted. You brought mom so much joy she conceived twice after that and so I'm here. Before I knew how to swim, you, Bob Nault and I were down to the creek to see if the bridge you and Bob just built held up after it rained. The creek was over its banks and the bridge did hold up. I walked onto it and quickly fell in. The water was over my head. You were just certified as a Life Saver. You jumped in and pulled me out and my words were "don't tell dad." You remembered that, but they should have been thanks for saving my life, because I believe you did. Although I didn't think of thanking you then, or for many years thereafter, I finally did get to thank you for both of those. I'm so glad we were able to visit before you left.

I'm sorry we can't reminisce anymore - our vacations, your sports, my golf, your help as big brother and the wonderful job you did raising your children, but we will again some day. You are missed dearly my brother.
Thank you for all you did, all you were and what you taught me in life. You were truly the best of the best. Mick, you will always be in my heart, my memories and my prayers. Please pray for us.

Love,

Your brother Ronnie

It has been 15 days since Mickey has left us and it has been very hard for me to make this entry. It was on that day that I lost my best friend, my soul mate, my love. First of all, I want to thank my friends and his friends and acquaintances who have left entries here as well as sent condolences in the mail. I want to express my sincere grattitude to those who attended the wake and funeral. It meant alot to me and I am sure to him as well. I miss him tremendously. I will be moving in the near future and will be leaving the home we shared for seven years. I will take with me many wonderful memories of our 13 years together, but the material things will be left behind or are gone. Memories are one thing that can not be taken away. I will cherish my memories and my love for him until I join him. Mickey - I love you and always will. Take care Professor.
Snidely

Ryan & Dana,
Although this is a terrible loss of a great man in your lives, please remember and embrace all the people and ideals your father lived for..he was and always will be a strong and loving influence on everyone's life he touched...he lived for his children and grandchildren..he loved life...he respected and appreciated every friendship...and he always offered a smile..he was a very positive individual who gave of himself to others,without ever asking for anything in return..he truly loved life.....he was a great human being.....keep him alive in words, and he will be alive forever in your hearts.....love you both,
Nick & Sandie Kondos

Grandpa Robert..that's what you'd always say when you called. We will miss your sense of humor and your behind the scenes jokes and laughter. It was a blessing to have had you in our lives and we promise to always be there for Ryan and Dana and of course for your most handsome grandsons. You will be missed..

I was a friend of Mickey in High School, he was always up beat and full of fun. He contacted me this past October to go to the Andrean Class of 67 reunion, and was so looking forward to the group getting together. My wife Susan and I will keep your family in prayer.

YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS AND THOUGHTS!!!I THANK YOU FOR BRINGING UR DAUGHTER DANA INTO THIS WORLD,FOR SHE IS A TRUE BLESSING TO MY LIFE!!!!

Dear Ryan & Family,

You are all in our prayers daily as we remember your Dad. The laughter and joy he could bring to any room was a blessing to all. You know well that the confidence he established in others was immeasureable and that is truly a gift that few posess. I certainly feel that I am a better person for having known Mr. Galloy. We are all very lucky to have had (and remain to have) him as a teammate in this game. We will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers and hope to see you soon.

Love,
Joe, Melissa, Stefani, Peter, Anna, & Teresa

Dear Family,
And I address this in this manner because I have felt such a part of Bob and all of you. I know that there will always be so many times that I will remember all the wonderful times we had together such as special events at Andrean, baseball games at Indiana State, football games at Butler, and, of course, Bears summer camp at Olivet. Between the two of us and Ryan, we always got VIP treatment.
Bob could never pass a White Castle without having me stop no matter what neighborhood it happened to be in. There's just so many memories that it would require a good sized book. I miss him so much.

Ryan and family:

I was in complete shock when I heard this news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this tough time. Your dad was a great man and I will always remember the laughs we had. I'll keep the chili warm for you Mr. Galloy! Rest in Peace.

Just wanted to take a minute to say how sorry I am to hear of Micky's passing. I work for First Chicago Insurance, and was just at his office on the 29th talking about writing more insurance, and how we could work together. He was such a nice person. I just can't believe it. We'd always wind up talking about growing up and the crazy things that happened to us during life's journey every time I'd visit his office. Just a real easy going person and one of the nicest people I've met in the insurance industry.

I was at O'Hare when I received word of the lost of Mick...I could not move. We have lost a good true friend, a "Niner" in all he did. The last time I saw Mick was at two weeks earlier at a tailgate...he was as he has always been: full of life and wanting to share that fullness with everyone. The idea of a reunion meant a lot to Mick ...to bring his Andrean family back together one more time. Now Mick is gone. I have lost a lot of friends but that was the nature of what I did, but hearing about Mick really tore me at me. I lost a part of my youth, someone I truely liked and respected. Mick was a gentleman in everything that he did...he was/is what Andrean made of each of us, and he talked of that often. I will miss him, and pray for him and his family

To Mickey's Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I went to school with Mickey through grade school and high school. His thoughfulness to others was amazing, especially my Uncle Jim and Joan Mulloy and recently, to Mr Kirk when he was ill. I looked forward to seeing him again at our reunion but will touch base on the other side. Know he is safe and with you always.

Dear Barb, Ryan and Dana,
I am very sorry for your loss. Mickey was a great guy and helped me in so many ways. I felt he was always there for me. He would be proud to see the soccer field that he helped so graciously with come to reality with Frank Galanti Jr.'s name sewn into the field. I wish he would have seen it. I know he is looking down with Frank having that cigar. He will be greatly missed by me too! Love to all of you! Know that he is always with you in your hearts. Take care and call me any time Barb if you want someone to talk to. Any of you. 847 977-6995 Ill be there.
Love, Nan Galanti and family

Family of R. Mickey Galloy -- my heartfelt prayers are with you and all of his friends. Mick was a good man, friend and father and I know this world is different without him. As a reunion committee member working with him, I have been astonished by his dedication to our alma mater but more importantly, his zest and zeal for life. He taught us all how to live. If you want to call him an 'impact player' -- it fits perfectly. I know I would not be involved at Andrean without his insistance. He was a wonderful man who felt it was so important to give and not just receive. He made us all better people for having known him. May God Bless each of you and our prayers will be there daily to support you in your grieving process.

To Mickey's Family,
I am saddened to have just learned of the passing of Mickey. I have been friends with Mickey since my childhood days when we played every sport that could be enjoyed by young boys in the empty lot next to Mickey's home. I was lucky to have attended grade school, high school and college with Mickey, and even more blessed that Mickey kept touch with those of us who were a part of his youth. Earlier this year Mickey and Steve Kreth visited my home in Valparaiso. We laughed out loud remembering many of the enjoyable moments shared so many years ago. Mickey was very excited over the possibility of organizing a 1967 Andrean class reunion - he had a passion for all the hard work required to organize such an event.

He will be missed not only by his family but also by those that were part of his past who Mickey always held a place for in his heart...

Galloy Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this tough time. We wish you all well and are willing to help in anyway possible.

I only knew Mickey for a short while in the '90's, but always enjoyed his quick smile and a laugh. We worked together in the securities business and he was a good salesman. Even though we had not seen each other in years, I was saddened to hear about his death. I pray for peace for the family. God bless you.

Ryan and family,
We are all sorry for your loss. All of you have been in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you and your family!
Beth and the Women's Basketball Program

To Mickeys Family,
My sincerest condolences to all of you. I'll never be able to forget his friendship and thoughtfulness that he unselfishly gave to my family his entire life. He will sincerely be missed by all who knew him.

Mickey was one of those people you meet and know immediately that you want him for a friend. A true gentle man with a warm smile and laugh. I'm lucky to have known him.

Ryan and Family-
So very sad to hear of your loss. All of us here at Butler will be keeping your family in our prayers. Mr. Galloy was always a welcome presence around the football program and athletic department.

Ryan-
Lisa and I are very sorry to hear the news of your dad's passing. The entire Butler baseball family has you and your loved ones in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve Farley

Ryan,

God bless you and your family. You all are in our prayers.

Ryan and Family,

So sorry to hear about your dad. My prayers go out to you and your family. Again, my condolences, Ryan.

Karen Poirier

Only knew Mick through football, but he was one of the gutsiest men I ever saw.

Until we meet again.

So very sorry to hear the stunning news. Mickey and I attended grade school, and high school together and played little league ball together. He was always a great gentleman and friend and treated you like he was always glad to see you. I am so glad I got an opportunity to reconnect with him working on the class reunion last year. He will be sadly missed.

Dear Barbara, on behalf of my wife Kate and I, please accept our sincere condolences in your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. I always considered Mickey to be a close friend, am glad I stayed in contact with him since high school, and was honored to have him as a groomsman in our wedding (1972).

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Mickey’s dearest wife Barbara and to all his family and friends. It was an honor to celebrate a Mass for him this Sunday, set aside this year for the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed. We prayed that the words of our Lord in today’s gospel will indeed be fulfilled for Mickey: “For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who sees the Son and believes in him may have eternal life, and I shall raise him on the last day.” (John 6:4—today’s gospel for All Souls Day)?? My first of 10 years of teaching at Andrean was Mickey’s last, his senior year of 1966-7. After several decades, Mickey contacted me when he learned that I had become a part-time chaplain in 2005 for the Indy Racing League (IRL). In addition to other sports, Mickey was an avid auto-racing fan. Our mutual interest in motor sports was the beginning of several email exchanges and even an occasional phone call. Along with the sad and shocking news of Mickey’s death, the October issue IRL Ministry Newsletter arrived in the mail this weekend. It had a tribute to the late Paul Newman: “In Dead Poet’s Society, Keating, the teacher encouraged his students to make their lives extraordinary. Paul Newman was just that, Extraordinary." The newsletter also pointed out that besides his acting roles in movies and donations to charity, Paul Newman was also known for his passion for auto racing. In many ways, this was also an indirect tribute to Mickey—he too made his life Extraordinary with his multiple interests, enthusiasm, career successes, and dedication to his family and Andrean High School.?Mickey had his share of good times and bad times and proved that he was a true “warrior.” On this weekend of his death, he reminded me of David’s eulogy-refrain on the occasion of the deaths of King Saul and his close friend Jonathan, Saul’s son: “How can the warriors have fallen—in the thick of battle, slain upon your heights!” (2 Samuel:1:19.25.27)??May Mickey rest in peace, and may the Lord console Barbara their family.?Sincerely yours in Christ,?Fr. Al Cylwicki, CSB (St. John Fisher College, Rochester, NY)

I am going to miss Mickey's humor and his knowledge. Rosemont Investment will not be the same.

Dear Ryan and Family,
We are so sorry for the pain you are experiencing right now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Barb, Ryan & Dana,
We were so shocked to hear the news when you called about Mickey's passing. We have fond memories over the years of Mickey, his Mom & Dad and Ronnie. He loved his family and he was always there if we needed him. As we are in Florida and can't be with you, we will always keep in touch. Love & prayers, Bill & Elaine Dorans

Dear Mickey and Family:

It's pouring rain this All Saints' Day, mirroring my tears, as Melinda's writing does my feelings.

I'm grateful for how steadily you nurtured reconnecting friends from our alma mater. And for the special friendship we've been able to forge across the miles.

You were so proud of your children and grandchildren, sharing photos and news; most recently of Ryan's engagement. Had us all praying for Barb, as we do again now...

In our own time, we'll join you on the other side of the veil. Stay close to the door, my Friend.

What a tremendous person Mickey was to have known. I only wish I were closer to him. I will miss the encourgements he often gave me. He worked so hard for our upcoming class reunion. We will not forget him.

Dear Mickey, My heart is just broken with your passing. My prayers and thoughts go out to your family. The world has lost a wonderful man who was gentle and kind to everyone, but I know that God has you in the palm of his hand and you will be watching over all of us. We'll be together again. Love you, Melinda